2006 MUSICARES PERSON OF THE YEAR BENEFIT

Music recording artist James Taylor (R) shares a laugh with his wife Kim as he holds the 2006 Musicares Person of the Year award at the annual benefit in Los Angeles, California February 6, 2006. Taylor was honored with the award on Monday for his extraordinary musical achievements and philanthropic commitment to arts, environmental and humanitarian causes. (UPI Photo/Jim Ruymen)

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